Where Are 2025’s Defining Cultural Moments?

As we pass the midpoint of the 2020s, the once-clear markers of cultural eras have become fragmented and harder to define. In this day and age life is shaped by algorithms and niche scenes, whereas iconic mainstream moments are now rare and often feel manufactured. Where are all of 2025’s defining cultural moments?

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U.S. Rep. Tlaib to Reintroduce The Living Wage for Musicians Act

US Representative Rashida Tlaib will reintroduce The Living Wage for Musicians Act in Congress for the second time on September 29th, 2025.

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What Makes a Great Artist Manager? Advice from Top Music Managers

Artist management is more than just handling business. Check out key traits that a great artist manager through real stories from top industry pros.

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Guide to Sync Placement Publicity For Maximum Exposure

Landing a sync placement is just the beginning. With this guide to sync placement publicity, learn what to do next. Done right, a sync placement can mean major buzz, grow a fanbase, and attract more opportunities.

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Indie Nostalgia Fuels an EDM Remix Renaissance

A familiar echo is making its way back onto the dance floor, this time heading straight from the indie playlist of the late 1990s and 2000s. Am EDM remix renaissance fueled by artists like Mau P, Morgan Seetree and CYRIL are breathing new life into nostalgic indie anthems.

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Live Music Industry News Roundup: Clubs, Festivals, Stocks, More

From guides, to reports, to venue news, we’ve got it all when it comes to live music music industry news. Check out stories like a new ROSTR and Bandsintown artist showcase, struggling UK venues, Bandcamp predicting tariff troubles, commonly misunderstood gig terms and more…

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Music Business News Last Week: K-Pop, Gen Z, SoundExchange, More

A roundup of music business news last week K-Pop Demon Hunters and free health support for musicians, to Gen Z’s dislike of streaming, SoundExchange payouts and more, we’ve got the latest happenings in the biz…

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Bandcamp warns tariffs mean trouble for merch sales

Bandcamp warns tariffs mean trouble for music and merch sales

Bandcamp has warned tens of thousands of artists and independent labels that use its platform that global tariff battles are causing chaos in sales and global shipping.

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Stop Misusing These Common Live Gig Terms

Think you know what “load-in time” or “gas money” really means? These common live gig terms might be the very reason your band isn’t getting booked, and here’s what promoters actually hear when you use them.

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Electronic Press Kits for Musicians: An EPK Checklist

Wondering how to make a strong first impression in the music industry? This guide shows you how to build standout electronic press kits for musicians that gets the attention of press, bookers, and labels.

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LIVE TRUST MUSIC FESTIVALS Mixed 2025 for Live Music

Bold Music Festival Curation: Beyond Big-Name Acts

Some festival lineups are starting to look the same and fans are noticing. As ticket prices climb, bold music festival curation, not just big names, may be the best way to stand out and keep crowds coming back year after year.

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